The Pepperdine men’s golf team is gearing up for the upcoming Amer Ari Intercollegiate in Kohala Coast, Hawaii, taking place on February 6-8. The Waves have a strong history at this tournament, having emerged victorious five years ago with a remarkable three-round score of 825 (-39). In the 2020 edition of the tournament, William Mouw put on an impressive performance, clinching the individual championship with a score of 203 (-13).
The upcoming tournament will be held at the Mauna Lani North Course in Kohala Coast, Hawaii, featuring 54 holes of golf with 18 holes played each day. The event will kick off with a shotgun start at 9:30 a.m. PT. The Waves will be paired with teams such as #21 Texas Tech, UC Davis, and Osaka Gakuin for the first round, followed by matchups with other strong teams in subsequent rounds.
Live scoring for the event will be available through Scoreboard by Clipp’d on the men’s golf schedule page of the Pepperdine website. A total of 20 teams and 125 players will participate in this week’s event, including notable teams like #2 ASU, #5 Texas, and #10 UCLA.
The Amer Ari Intercollegiate has a rich history, boasting past participants like Tiger Woods, Jordan Spieth, and Matt Kuchar. Originally known as the “Taylor Made Big Island Intercollegiate Golf Tournament,” this event has evolved over the years and is now named after longtime supporter Amer Ari.
Pepperdine’s lineup for the tournament includes players like Brady Siravo, Mahanth Chirravuri, William Walsh, Byungho Lee, and graduate student Nathan Han. The team has high hopes for the season, especially after being picked first in the preseason coaches poll for the WCC.
With a current ranking of 19th in the NCAA, Pepperdine is well-positioned to make a strong showing at the upcoming tournament. The team has a rich tradition of success, with two NCAA Championships under their belt and a history of producing top-tier talent.
Head coach Michael Beard leads the Waves, bringing a wealth of experience and expertise to the team. Under his guidance, Pepperdine has consistently performed at a high level and produced players who have gone on to compete at the professional level.
For fans looking to follow the team’s progress, updates and scores can be found on social media channels like Facebook and Instagram. Additionally, the official Pepperdine website provides detailed information on schedules, player profiles, and more.
Pepperdine’s success in collegiate golf underscores the university’s commitment to excellence both on and off the course. With a strong athletic program and a dedicated coaching staff, the Waves continue to make their mark in the world of collegiate golf.